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My first blogging conference – Blog on MOSI

Days out

4 May
The fantastic Blog on cake

The fantastic Blog on cake

Yesterday I attended my very first blogging conference at the Museum of Science and Industry (or MOSI for short) in Manchester city centre. The conference is organised by the very talented Laura Seaton who blogs over at www.tiredmummyoftwo.co.uk . In the run up to the conference I spent my days on the Blog on MOSI Facebook page. I learnt that an empty wheeled suitcase was a must (for the amazing goody bags), everyone would be super friendly, and most importantly there would be Prosecco and cake.

Cookies for breakfast

Cookies for breakfast

I took the train into Manchester with my empty suitcase for company. I was a mixture of nerves and excitement (or nervexcited as it is now known), knowing deep down I would have a great day. I was signed in by the lovely Nikki (@stressymummy) who I have chatted to on twitter since I started blogging. I then met the equally lovely Lorraine @nortonmum who did a fantastic job of looking after me for the day (and her husband for giving me a lift home). There was a chance to grab a coffee, cookie or chocolate pastry before heading for the opening talk. It was then onto the various sessions throughout the day which included photography, vlogging, beginners blogging and travel.

Meeting the PR brands and MORE cakes

Meeting the PR brands and MORE cakes

Browsing some of the amazing Villas at the James Villa stand

Browsing some of the amazing Villas at the James Villa stand

In between the sessions there was plenty of opportunities to speak to the many brands and PR companies that were there. And the chance to meet some of the wonderful ladies who have been my ‘virtual blogging friends’ since I began 18 months ago. I also met new friends who I had not come across yet in the blogging world.  You see Laura was so right when she did her closing speech. We should be proud of the community we belong to, and after today I could not be prouder.

Cheers from Blog on MOSI

Cheers from Blog on MOSI

I have come away inspired to improve my photography, work harder at my blog and to not be scared to approach companies. The one thing I will not be doing though is vlogging. Definitely not one for me !

A huge thank you to Laura who works SO hard in putting the conference together, and not forgetting the AMAZING goody bags. On the day I could see how hard she works, ensuring everything is running on time, and making sure no one is left out. She is simply Superwoman. Thank you everyone at Blog on MOSI for making me feel so welcome. I WILL be back next year.

A definite for a blogging conference. A little gadget to keep those phones charged

A definite for a blogging conference. A little gadget to keep those phones charged

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  1. Cashmere and Confetti says

    May 4, 2015 at 4:43 pm

    It was so lovely to meet you and I’m really enjoying reading your blog! I completely agree about the need for phone charger gadgets at conferences as well – I would have run out of battery before the wine and cake!

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    • traceycwilliams says

      May 4, 2015 at 6:10 pm

      It was so lovely meeting you too and nice to ‘hang out’ with a fellow first timer. Thank you for your lovely comments. Hopefully catch up with you at other events during the year xx

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  2. The Uncheshire wife says

    May 4, 2015 at 5:47 pm

    This is fab & you got great photos, the best one i’ve read so far.

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    • traceycwilliams says

      May 4, 2015 at 6:13 pm

      Aw thanks for saying that Lorraine. I am still on such a high from Saturday xx

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  3. Mumtoamonster says

    May 4, 2015 at 5:50 pm

    Great write up. Everyone is so welcoming at blog on . I needed that gadget my phone battery gave up on me

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  4. traceycwilliams says

    May 4, 2015 at 6:19 pm

    The gadget was fantastic and certainly saved me. My hubby got it a few weeks ago from TK Maxx around £7.00 xx

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  5. Emma-Louise Cullen says

    May 6, 2015 at 9:08 pm

    I need one of those gadgets, one of the girls mentioned with EE you can get a freebie one. During the Vlogging session, I had to be crafty and use a plug socket… can’t be too long off Twitter/FB… gosh I might expire! x

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  6. susankmann says

    May 13, 2015 at 1:45 pm

    It was a lovely day. And lots of learn and take in even after doing this for 6 years, I still find them quite nerve wracking and get nervous xx

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  7. traceycwilliams says

    May 14, 2015 at 5:39 pm

    Wow 6 years. Bet you have had so much fun and met lots of people over the years x

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  8. Tired Mummy of Two (@TiredmummyofTwo) says

    May 16, 2015 at 10:05 am

    I am so glad you enjoyed your very first Blog On conference and I hope to see you again at future events.

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    • traceycwilliams says

      May 16, 2015 at 11:57 am

      You can definitely count me in for next year Laura x

      Reply

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